Avalanche Creek Shelter Campsite
Located in Arthur's Pass National Park in the Canterbury region
Introduction
This standard camping site is just off the main road in the Arthur’s Pass village, almost directly opposite the visitor centre.Access
- Campervan
- Car
- Caravan
Facilities
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Shelter for cooking
- Toilets - flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
- Wheelchair accessible with assistance
Seasonal restrictions
During winter this alpine area may be covered in snow, making access difficult.
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Dog access
Fees
- Adult (18+ years): $10 per night
- Child (5–17 years): $5 per
- Infant (0 - 4 years): free
Pay online at the time of booking.
Passes
The DOC Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite.
Bookings
Bookings are open for stays up to 30 June 2023.
2023/24 bookings
Bookings for 1 July 2023 – 30 June 2024 will open in 2023. The opening date will be announced on this page in late March 2023.
All bookings operate on a first-come first-served basis. We do not operate waiting lists for bookings for future seasons, or currently booked-out facilities.
Bookings are required all year.
A $10 service fee applies to phone and in-person booking. This is a limited service – book online first. An in-person booking is dependent on there being space available.
Your booking will be for a site, which will be allocated or selected on arrival.
On SH 73 in Arthur’s Pass Village.
Location
NZTM2000 coordinates: E1482726-N5244772
Latitude: -42.94066474, Longitude: 171.56259612
Contacts
| Arthur's Pass National Park Visitor Centre | |
| Phone: | +64 3 318 9211 |
| Email: | arthurspassvc@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
104 West Coast Road Arthur's Pass |
| Postal Address: |
PO Box 51008 Arthur's Pass 7654 |
| Full office details | |